Electrical Designer III (Wiring)

Zachry Group

  • Charlotte, NC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Category: ElectricalJob Description:Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is building a pipeline of talented and self-motivated Electrical Designer (Wiring) professionals with design experience to join our Electrical Department in Charlotte, NC. While this is not an active opening at this time, we are proactively identifying qualified candidates for future opportunities.This role will offer the chance to work on challenging and engaging design projects within the Power/Energy and Industrial Markets. If you're interested in being considered for upcoming roles and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we encourage you to express your interest.Responsibilities:Involved in application of general design practices. Will select and recommend procedures in design and prepare preliminary designs for Engineer's approval. Performs non routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project. Selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, and coordinates the work. Reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical requirements and design approaches. Review work for technical adequacy and satisfaction of requirements. Position skills are heavily focused on electrical design but have a working technical knowledge of other discipline design requirements. May be designated as the technical services design checker on assigned project. Capable of coordinating with others within their discipline to successfully complete project assignments. Provide field support including field verifications for retrofit applications, as-built documentation, on-site procurement and installation supervision.
  • Work with a team of Electrical and I&C Engineers and Designers to produce electrical drawings.
  • Develop schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Develop one-lines for Medium and Low Voltage applications.
  • Perform design reviews to assure designs adhere to applicable codes, company standards, and project requirements.
  • Coordination with engineering and other disciplines to assure a complete, coordinated design.
  • Ability to review and work with Piping and Instrument Diagrams (PIDs) along with Vendor supplied documentation to develop electrical wiring diagrams.
  • Ability to size LV power cables using the National Electrical Code.
  • Perform designs to interface electrical equipment using control and signal cabling.
Qualifications:Requirements
  • High school diploma or Associates Degree with adequate drafting courses.
  • Minimum of 7 years of electrical engineering design experience in the Power and Industrial Industry.
  • 2D CAD experience required.
  • Must have a working knowledge and computer-aided drafting applications AutoCAD and/or Microstation.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.
  • Must be able to understand and comply with company policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be organized, self-directed, able to prioritize and multi-task, work in a team environment and take direction from others.
  • Willingness to travel and work in office and field environments as necessary.
  • Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code.
Preferred Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree.
  • Certificate in Design/Drafting.
  • 7-10 years of electrical design experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of Mechanical Process Systems.
  • Experience working with Switchgear and Motor Control Centers.
  • Experience with Smart Plant Software (specifically SPEL and SPI modules)
  • Knowledge of ICEA cable standards.
Physical DemandsEmployee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry and move objects safely.Work EnvironmentWork will be in a general office environment operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Occasionally required to work in an industrial location where noise levels will be moderate to high. Job sites may contain the following: light to heavy equipment vehicles, small to large equipment, materials, communication equipment and tools, people standing, walking, sitting, signaling, and talking. Noise levels vary and may include bells, whistles, and alarms.The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Electrical Designer position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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